Comparison

NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB Performance Comparison: Rival Models & Upgrade Paths

How does the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB hold up for playing Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered in 2026? We've compared its performance against similar tier GPUs to identify the most cost-effective upgrade paths.

Equivalent Performance GPUs

Compare the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB against its closest performance rivals at equivalent settings.

TARGET GPU
GeForce GTX 1060 6GB
Selected GPU
GeForce RTX 3050 6GB
Technical Peer

Generational Performance Gap

Track the generational leap of the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB within its class, visualized in FPS.

TARGET GPU
GeForce GTX 1060 6GB
Selected GPU
GeForce RTX 2060 6GB
Next Gen
GeForce RTX 3060 8GB
Next Gen

High-Tier GPU Upgrades

Identify the best upgrade paths from the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB for 4K or high-refresh gaming.

Display Pairing

Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered x NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB: Optimal Display Pairing

Finding the sweet spot for Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered on the NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB: avoid over-spec or power shortages. We've identified the ideal resolution to maximize your hardware's potential.

Sweet Spot Environment

The optimal configuration that most efficiently translates hardware performance into visual quality.

Sweet Spot
1080p
Low Settings
Performance
AVE. 42 FPS

Technically playable, but consistently maintaining 60 FPS is difficult even at low settings. A lower resolution or hardware upgrade is recommended for smooth gameplay.

Power Shortage
1440p
Low Settings
Performance
AVE. 25 FPS

Hardware processing power is below the required threshold to maintain a playable experience. A system-wide upgrade is recommended.

Power Shortage
4K(2160p)
Low Settings
Performance
AVE. 12 FPS

Hardware processing power is below the required threshold to maintain a playable experience. A system-wide upgrade is recommended.

Optimal Monitor Size Guide for NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB

Visual clarity scales differently depending on physical screen size. Use this matrix to check if your current or planned monitor pairs perfectly with this GPU.

Grade Color Index:
S (Flawless)
A (Sharp / Great)
B (Standard)
C (Rough / Blurry)
F (Low Fidelity)
- (NG / Unsupported)
Resolution ClassFPS Target21"24"27"32"34"42"
1080p
FPS LIMIT
144
FPS LIMIT
60
FPS LIMIT
30
A
S
C
B
C
B
C
C
C
C
F
F
1440p
FPS LIMIT
144
FPS LIMIT
60
FPS LIMIT
30
4K(2160p)
FPS LIMIT
144
FPS LIMIT
60
FPS LIMIT
30
FAQ

FAQ: Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered x NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB

What is the optimal setting for playing Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB?

We recommend "1080p / Ultimate / FG: ON" for comfort. By leveraging AI enhancements, you can maintain high visual quality while ensuring smooth gameplay.

Can NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB run Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered on Ultra settings?

Ultra settings average 17 FPS. We recommend none settings to achieve 60FPS (42 FPS).

Can I play Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered at 4K resolution with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB?

4K is not recommended for this setup. The game averages only 0 FPS at 4K even on Standard settings. We suggest playing at 1440p or 1080p for a better experience.

Can I use Frame Generation (DLSS 3 / FSR 3) in Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered with NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB?

Yes, it is supported. While Horizon Zero Dawn Remastered supports DLSS FG, your NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6GB is not compatible with it, so this simulation utilizes FSR FG instead. Combining this with FSR upscaling ensures high image quality.

Playable

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Comfort Grade: S

Comfort Grade: A